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Ground Turkey Zucchini Skillet Recipe

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This Ground Turkey Zucchini Skillet is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal that combines lean ground turkey with fresh zucchini and a savory Asian-inspired sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both healthy and satisfying, featuring a balance of sweet, spicy, and umami flavors.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Sauce

  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp water
  • 1 tsp chili garlic sauce

Vegetables

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 large zucchini (about ¾ lb), sliced into rounds then quartered

Main

  • 1 Tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 lb ground turkey

Instructions

  1. Mix Sauce: In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, grated garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, water, and chili garlic sauce. Stir well until all ingredients are integrated and set aside.
  2. Prep Vegetables: Dice the onion and slice the zucchini into rounds. Then cut the zucchini rounds into quarters to ensure even cooking and bite-sized pieces.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add cooking oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and chopped zucchini. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the zucchini is lightly browned, then remove vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Brown Turkey: In the same skillet, add the ground turkey. Crumble the meat and cook thoroughly until browned and no longer pink, releasing the rich flavors essential for the dish.
  5. Combine and Sauce: Return the sautéed vegetables to the skillet with the browned turkey. Give the sauce a quick stir to recombine, then pour it over the turkey and veggies, spreading it evenly.
  6. Simmer: Stir everything together to coat the ingredients with the sauce. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes to thicken the sauce and allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
  7. Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the dish hot, optionally garnished with sliced green onions, red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, and a side of cooked rice for a complete meal. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, increase the chili garlic sauce according to your heat preference.
  • You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef if desired.
  • Serve with steamed rice or noodles to complete the meal.
  • Use a non-stick or well-seasoned skillet to prevent sticking during cooking.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet or microwave.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/ground-turkey-zucchini-skillet-recipe/